The PICO Single Use Negative Pressure Wound Therapy System (sNPWT), featuring proprietary AIRLOCK◊ Technology, has shown clinical efficacy in the treatment of closed surgical incisions and hard-to-heal wounds, with patient-centric features and the capacity to treat two incisions on the same patient from one device (depending on system choice)*1-10
PICO sNPWT is indicated for all closed surgical incisions, including (but not limited to):*
Use PICO sNPWT in the treatment of hard-to-heal chronic and acute wounds, such as:*
*Wounds greater than 2cm must use a wound filler alongside PICO sNPWT. Bilateral incision management available with the PICO 7Y System only.
**Compared to the PICO 7 and PICO 1.6 Systems.
***Demonstrated in benchtop testing.
Important Safety Information
The PICO pumps contain a MAGNET. Keep the PICO pumps at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from other medical devices at all times. As with all electrical medical equipment, failure to maintain appropriate distance may disrupt the operation of nearby medical devices. For full product and safety information, please see the Instructions for Use.
Recall and Complaints
Customer will provide such support and assistance as S+N may reasonably request in the event of a general or limited voluntary or mandatory recall of the Product(s). Customer shall promptly report any complaint in respect of the Products to complaints@smith-nephew.com.
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